Events and Meetings
QCF Units of Assessment
Final NVQ Units
April 2010
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Contents
No.
Title
Page No.
Q224
Support the co-ordination of an event
1
Q225
Support the organisation of business travel or
accommodation
6
Q226
Support the organisation of meetings
9
Q321
Co-ordinate an event
12
Q324
Evaluate the organisation of business travel or
accommodation
15
Q323
Organise business travel or accommodation
17
Q320
Plan and organise an event
20
Q322
Plan and organise meetings
24
Q413
Chair meetings
28
Title
Support the co-ordination of an event
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q224
WBA Unit No.
D/601/2508
Level
2
Credit Value
3
GLH
20
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the role and purpose
of supporting the co-ordination
of an event
1.1 Describe the range of support
activities that may be required
when supporting the coordination of an event
1.2 Identify the responsibilities
involved in supporting the coordination of an event
1.3 Describe the types of problems
that may occur during events
and how to deal with these
1.4 Describe the points to observe
when clearing and vacating an
event
1.5 Describe the types of follow-up
activities that may be required
to carry out the co-ordination of
an event
2. Be able to support the coordination of an event
2.1 Contribute to the co-ordination
of an event by:
a) preparing the venue and
making sure all necessary
resources and supporting
activities are in place
b) arranging resources during
an event, in line with agreed
plans
c) helping delegates to feel
welcome
d) meeting delegates’ needs
throughout an event
e) resolving or referring
problems, as required
f) liaising with the management
of the venue to make sure
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facility resources are in place
g) clearing, and vacating the
venue according to the terms of
the contract
h) preparing and circulating
papers, or completing other
follow up actions following the
event, if required
Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit is about supporting the coordination and delivery of an event.
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Skills CFA
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
regulatory body (if appropriate)
Assessment Strategy
Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
Skills CFA
Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
20
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Title
Support the organisation of an event
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q223
WBA Unit No.
L/601/2505
Level
2
Credit Value
2
GLH
15
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the role and purpose
of providing support with the
organisation of an event
1.1 Describe the role and
responsibilities required when
supporting the organisation of
an event
1.2 Identify a range of support
activities that may be required
when supporting the
organisation of an event
1.3 Identify the purpose and value
of giving assistance with
organising an event
1.4 Describe the different types of
events and their main features
1.5 Describe the types of risks
associated with events and how
to minimise these
1.6 Outline the types of information
that delegates will need
1.7 Explain how to identify suitable
venues for different types of
events
1.8 Describe the types of resources
needed to prepare for different
types of events
1.9 Outline the different special
requirements that delegates
may have and how to meet
these
1.10 Describe the health, safety and
security requirements that need
to be considered when
organising events
2. Be able to support the
organisation of an event
2.1 Contribute to the organisation
of an event by:
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a) supporting the implementation
of the plan for the event to
meet agreed objectives
b) identifying resources and
support needed for organising
an event
c) identifying and costing suitable
venues
d) arranging resources and
production of event materials
e) preparing and sending of
invitations to delegates
f) co-ordinating delegate
responses
g) liaising with the venue to
confirm event requirements
h) providing delegates with
joining instructions and event
materials
i) rehearsing arrangements to
make sure the event runs
smoothly, if required
j) following all legal and
contractual requirements
k) following the relevant health,
safety and security
requirements for the event
Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit is about supporting the
organisation of an event.
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Skills CFA
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
regulatory body (if appropriate)
Assessment Strategy
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Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
Skills CFA
Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
15
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Title
Support the organisation of business travel or
accommodation
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q225
WBA Unit No.
Y/601/2510
Level
2
Credit Value
3
GLH
18
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the purpose of
1.1 Explain the purpose of obtaining
confirming a brief and budget for
and confirming instructions for
business travel or
arranging business travel or
accommodation
accommodation
1.2 Explain the purpose and
benefits of confirming the
requirements of a brief and
budget for business travel or
accommodation arrangements
1.3 Explain the purpose of following
the requirements of a brief and
budget for business travel or
accommodation arrangements
1.4 Describe how to support the
organisation of business travel
or accommodation to meet
expectations
1.5 Describe the main types of
business travel or
accommodation arrangements
that may need to be made and
the procedures to follow
1.6 Describe how to obtain best
value for money when making
business travel or
accommodation arrangements
1.7 Describe how to keep records of
business travel or
accommodation arrangements
1.8 Outline the documents and
information to provide to the
person who is travelling and
how to obtain these
1.9 Describe the types of problems
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that may occur with business
travel or accommodation
arrangements and the correct
procedures to follow in order to
deal with these problems
2. Know the sources of information
and facilities available to make
business travel or
accommodation arrangements
2.1 Describe sources of information,
and the facilities available, for
making business travel or
accommodation arrangements
3. Be able to support the
3.1 Confirm the brief and budget for
organisation with business travel
business travel or
or accommodation arrangements
accommodation arrangements
3.2 Check a draft itinerary and
schedule with organiser or
traveller(s)
3.3 Identify suitable business travel
or accommodation options
3.4 Book suitable business travel or
accommodation arrangements,
following instructions:
a) to meet the brief and budget
using available sources of
information and facilities
b) obtaining best value for
money
c) making payment or agreeing
payment arrangements
3.4 Obtain confirmations, and
collate documents for business
travel or accommodation
arrangements
3.5 Maintain records of business
travel or accommodation
arranged
3.6 Provide the organiser or
traveller(s) with an itinerary and
required documents in good
time
3.7 Confirm with the organiser or
traveller(s) that itinerary and
documents meet requirements
3.8 Resolve or refer problems to the
appropriate person
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Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit is about supporting the
delivery of business travel or
accommodation arrangements
following instruction from the
organiser or traveller(s).
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Skills CFA
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
regulatory body (if appropriate)
Assessment Strategy
Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
Skills CFA
Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
18
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Title
Support the organisation of meetings
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q226
WBA Unit No.
T/601/2515
Level
2
Credit Value
4
GLH
18
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the arrangements to
be made to support the planning
and organising of meetings
1.1 Describe the role and
responsibilities for supporting
the organiser of the meeting
1.2 Describe different types of
meetings and their main
features
1.3 Describe how to help plan
meetings to meet agreed aims
and objectives
1.4 Describe the types of resources
that may be needed for different
types of meetings
1.5 Describe health, safety and
security arrangements to follow
when organising meetings
1.6 Explain the purpose of following
the agreed brief, plan and the
resources required, for
arranging a meeting
1.7 Identify the sources and types
of information and services
needed to arrange a meeting
1.8 Describe how to help the
meeting organiser during the
meeting
1.9 Describe the organisational
procedures for clearing and
vacating a meeting room
2. Be able to prepare for a meeting
2.1 Confirm the purpose and venue
of a meeting
2.2 Confirm a budget for a meeting,
if required
2.3 Organise and confirm venue,
equipment and catering
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2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
3. Be able to follow up a meeting
requirement, if required
requirements
Invite attendees and confirm
attendance
Collate and dispatch papers for
a meeting within agreed
timescales
Make sure attendees’ needs are
met
Make sure equipment and
layout of the rooms meets the
meeting brief
Keep records of arrangements
made and services used
Attend to any requirements
during the meeting as directed
by the meeting organiser
3.1 Follow organisation procedures
for clearing a meeting room
3.2 Circulate a meeting record to
agreed timescales
3.3 Make sure arrangements for
payments have been met, if
required
3.4 Contribute to the evaluation of
arrangements made for
meetings, as required
Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit is about supporting the
planning and organisation of
meetings.
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Skills CFA
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
Assessment Strategy
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regulatory body (if appropriate)
Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
Skills CFA
Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
18
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Title
Co-ordinate an event
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q321
WBA Unit No.
Y/601/2541
Level
3
Credit Value
34
GLH
30
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the role of an event
co-ordinator in managing an
event to meet the objectives of
the brief
1.1 Explain the responsibilities of an
event co-ordinator
1.2 Describe the purpose of
agreeing a plan that meets the
objectives of the event brief
2. Understand the activities
required when co-ordinating an
event
2.1 Explain the role of the event coordinator during the event for:
a) all delegate provision and
needs, b) meeting relevant
health, safety
and security requirements
c) observing legal and
organisational requirements
for contracts
d) co-ordinating resources and
the use of event materials
e) liaising with the venue and
supporting team during an
event to make sure all
requirements are met and
roles are carried out
f) resolving problems
g) overseeing the work of key
staff
2.2 Explain the role of an event coordinator after an event for:
a) clearing and vacating the
venue
b) organising follow up papers
and activities, if required
c) reconciling accounts to
budget
d) evaluating an event and the
methods that can be used to
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do this
3. Be able to co-ordinate an event
3.1 Prepare the venue and make
sure all necessary resources are
in place
3.2 Co-ordinate activities during an
event, in line with agreed plans
3.3 Help delegates to feel welcome
3.4 Respond to delegates’ needs
throughout an event
3.5 Resolve problems, as required
3.6 Oversee the work of key staff
during the event
3.7 Monitor compliance with
relevant health, safety and
security requirements
3.8 Liaise with the management of
the venue to make sure facility
resources are in place
3.9 Arrange clearing, and vacating
the venue according to the
terms of the contract
3.10 Prepare and circulate papers,
or complete other follow up
actions following the event, if
required
3.11 Reconcile accounts to budget,
if required
3.12 Evaluate an event identifying
recommendations and passing
these on to relevant
colleagues, where relevant
3.13 Agree key learning points and
use these to improve the
running of future events
Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit is about co-ordinating the
delivery of an event.
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
Skills CFA
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professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
regulatory body (if appropriate)
Assessment Strategy
Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
Skills CFA
Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
25
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Title
Evaluate the organisation of business travel or
accommodation
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q324
WBA Unit No.
K/601/2544
Level
3
Credit Value
2
GLH
10
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the purpose and
processes of evaluating business
travel or accommodation
arrangements
1.1 Describe different criteria that
may be used to evaluate
arrangements for business
travel or accommodation
1.2 Explain the benefits of
evaluating business travel or
accommodation arrangements
for individuals and organisations
2. Be able to evaluate business
travel or accommodation
arrangements
2.1 Use records of business travel
and accommodation
arrangements made and
services used and assess their
effectiveness
2.2 Use feedback from a traveller(s)
to assess the effectiveness of
business travel and
accommodation arrangements
made and services used
2.3 Record outcomes of evaluations
to inform future service
expectations
2.4 Make recommendations to the
appropriate people to update
business travel or
accommodation policies and
procedures
Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
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This unit is about evaluating the
effectiveness of processes, services,
etc involved in the delivery of
business travel or accommodation
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arrangements.
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Skills CFA
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
regulatory body (if appropriate)
Assessment Strategy
Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
Skills CFA
Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
10
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Title
Organise business travel or accommodation
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q323
WBA Unit No.
H/601/2543
Level
3
Credit Value
5
GLH
20
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the range of
information, requirements and
procedures that may be needed
for all types of business travel or
accommodation arrangements
1.1 Explain the purpose and
benefits of agreeing the brief
and budget of travel or
accommodation arrangements
with traveller(s)
1.2 Explain how to organise
business travel or
accommodation to meet
expectations
1.3 The sources of information and
facilities that are used to make
travel or accommodation
arrangements
1.4 Describe the main types of
business travel or
accommodation arrangements
that can be made, including
those requiring additional
specialist documents and
facilities
1.5 How to obtain best value for
money when making travel or
accommodation arrangements
1.6 Explain procedures for obtaining
specific information, facilities or
documents for
a) payment facilities and foreign
currency, if required
b) insurance and health
precautions, if required
c) visas, and passport
requirements, if required
d) security and emergencies, if
required
1.7 How to keep records of travel or
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accommodation arrangements,
including financial records
1.8 The types of information that
are confidential and how to
store them in line with current
legislation
2. Understand the types of
problems that may occur with
business travel or
accommodation arrangements
and how to deal with them
2.1 Describe problems that may
occur when making
arrangements for business
travel or accommodation
2.2 Explain ways of resolving
problems that may arise
3. Be able to organise different
types of business travel or
accommodation arrangements
3.1 Agree the business travel or
accommodation brief and
budget with traveller(s)
3.2 Check draft itinerary and
schedule with a traveller(s)
3.3 Research suitable business
travel or accommodation
options
3.4 Make business travel
arrangements or book
accommodation, to brief and
budget, obtaining best value for
money
3.5 Make necessary payments or
arrange payment facilities
3.6 Make additional arrangements
for international travel and
accommodation, if required
3.7 Obtain confirmations and record
all details of arrangements
3.8 Collate all documents and other
items
3.9 Keep business travel items (if
required) safe and secure until
handed over
3.10 Provide traveller(s) with
itinerary and all required
information and documents, in
good time
3.11 Confirm with traveller(s) that
all items provided meet
requirements
3.12 Resolve problems that may
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arise
Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit is about organising the
delivery of travel or accommodation
arrangements to meet the travellers
brief within budget.
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Skills CFA
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
regulatory body (if appropriate)
Assessment Strategy
Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
Skills CFA
Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
30
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Title
Plan and organise an event
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q320
WBA Unit No.
R/601/2540
Level
3
Credit Value
4
GLH
28
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the role of an event
organiser in planning an event
1.1 Explain the purpose and
benefits of planning an event
1.2 Explain the role of the event
organiser in:
a) meeting the objectives of the
event
b) agreeing a brief and budget
for the event
1.3 Identify and evaluate the types
of risks associated with events
and explain how to minimise
these
1.4 Explain the purpose and
benefits of a contingency plan
for an event
1.5 Describe the types of problems
that may occur when organising
an event and how to solve them
1.6 Categorise different types of
events and their main features
2. Understand the arrangements to
be made when planning and
organising an event
2.1 Explain the role of the event
organiser for
a) anticipating and planning for
all delegate provision and
needs before and during the
event, including investigating
and providing for any special
requirements
b) meeting relevant health,
safety and security
arrangements
c) meeting legal and
organisational requirements
for contracts
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d) organising resources and the
production of event materials
e) the types of activities and
resources that may be
needed during an event
f) liaison with the venue and
the supporting team to make
sure all requirements are
met and roles are
understood
3. Understand the different types
of venues and resources needed
for different types of events
3.1 Identify and evaluate different
types of venue in terms of
suitability for events and costs
3.2 Describe a range of resources
that may be needed for events
and illustrate how they may be
used
3.3 Identify examples, and explain
the purpose and benefits of
selection criteria when choosing
a venue and resources for an
event
4. Be able to plan and organise an
event
4.1 Agree an event brief and budget
4.2 Agree a plan for an event, which
will meet agreed objectives and
address any identified risks and
contingencies
4.3 Identify and agree resources
and support needed for
organising an event
4.4 Agree requirements for
venue(s)
4.5 Identify venue and agree
costings
4.6 Liaise with the venue to confirm
event requirements and / or any
special delegate requirements
4.7 Agree requirements for
resources
4.8 Co-ordinate resources and
production of event materials
4.9 Make sure arrangements are in
place for the event to meet
relevant health, safety and
security requirements
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4.10 Make sure legal and
organisational requirements
for contracts are met
4.11 Make sure that all those
involved are briefed and
trained to fulfil their roles
4.12 Delegate functions to the
event team as required
4.13 Make arrangements for
rehearsals to make sure the
event runs smoothly, if
required
4.14 Make sure invitations are sent
out to delegates
4.15 Manage delegate responses
4.16 Prepare joining instructions
and event materials to be sent
to delegates
Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit is about planning and
organising an event.
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Skills CFA
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
regulatory body (if appropriate)
Assessment Strategy
Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
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Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
28
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Title
Plan and organise meetings
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q322
WBA Unit No.
D/601/2542
Level
3
Credit Value
5
GLH
25
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the arrangements
1.1 Explain the role of the person
and actions required for planning
planning and organising a
and organising meetings
meeting
1.2 Describe the different types of
meetings and their main
features
1.3 Explain how to plan meetings
that meet agreed aims and
objectives
1.4 Explain the purpose of agreeing
a brief for the meeting
1.5 Explain how to identify suitable
venues for different types of
meetings
1.6 Describe the types of resources
needed for different types of
meetings
1.7. Outline the main points that
should be covered by an agenda
and meeting papers
1.8 Explain the purpose of meeting
attendees’ needs and special
requirements, and providing
them with information required
for meetings
1.9 Describe the health, safety and
security requirements that need
to be considered when
organising meetings
1.10 Explain the purpose and
benefits of briefing the chair
before a meeting
1.11 Explain the purpose of
welcoming and providing
suitable refreshments to
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1.13
1.14
1.15
1.16
1.17
attendees, if required
Describe the types of
information, advice and
support that may be need to
be provided during a meeting
Describe the types of problems
that may occur during a
meeting and how to solve
them
Explain what should be
included in a record of a
meeting, and the purpose of
ensuring the record is accurate
and approved
Explain how to record actions
and follow up, if required
Explain the purpose of
collecting and evaluating
participant feedback from the
meeting
Describe how to agree learning
points to improve the
organisation of future
meetings
2. Be able to prepare for a meeting
2.1 Agree and prepare the meeting
brief, checking with others, if
required
2.2 Agree a budget for the meeting,
if required
2.3 Prepare and agree an agenda
and meeting papers
2.4 Organise and confirm venue,
equipment and catering
requirements, when necessary
2.5 Invite attendees, confirm
attendance and identify any
special requirements
2.6 Arrange catering, if required
2.7 Arrange the equipment and
layout of the room, if required
2.8 Make sure the chair receives
appropriate briefing
3. Be able to support running a
meeting
3.1 Welcome attendees and offer
suitable refreshments (if
required)
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3.2 Make sure attendees have full
set of papers
3.3 Make sure a person has been
nominated to take minutes, if
required
3.4 Provide information, advice and
support when required
4. How to follow up a meeting
4.1 Produce a record of the meeting
4.2 Seek approval for the meeting
record, amend as required
4.3 Respond to requests for
amendments and arrange
recirculation of a revised
meeting record
4.4 Follow up action points, if
required
4.5 Evaluate meeting
arrangements, and external
services where used
4.6 Evaluate participant feedback
from the meeting and share
results with relevant people,
where used
4.7 Summarise learning points and
use these to identify
improvements that can be made
to future meeting arrangements
and support
Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit is about planning and
organising meetings to meet the
agreed purpose of the meeting.
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Skills CFA
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
Assessment Strategy
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regulatory body (if appropriate)
Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
Skills CFA
Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
25
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Title
Chair meetings
Skills CFA Unit
No.
Q413
WBA Unit No.
J/601/2566
Level
4
Credit Value
4
GLH
16
Learning Outcomes
Assessment Criteria
The learner will
The learner can
1. Understand the role of the chair
in meetings
1.1 Explain the role of the chair
before, during and after a
meeting
1.2 Analyse different types of
meetings and how to run them
1.3 Explain the purpose of
preparing for formal meetings
1.4 Explain the reasons for agreeing
the purpose of meetings
1.5 Explain the reasons for agreeing
the timing of the meeting to
make sure key people can
attend or be represented
1.6 Describe how to chair meetings
to keep to agreed timings, as
required
1.7 Explain the reasons for giving
people information about
facilities and arrangements,
including health and safety
procedures
1.8 Explain the benefits of effective
communication skills
1.9 Explain how effective
interpersonal skills can impact
on the success of meetings
1.10 Explain how to facilitate
discussions so that the
purpose of each agenda item
is achieved
1.11 Explain how to summarise
discussions and agree actions
at appropriate points
1.12 Analyse techniques for keeping
to meeting timings, agenda,
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1.13
1.14
1.15
1.16
1.17
and purpose
Explain reasons for liaising
with meeting organiser if not
the chair
Describe the types of problems
that may occur when chairing
meetings, and how to resolve
them
Describe the purpose of
approving records of meetings
Explain the purpose of follow
up actions, and evaluation of
meetings
Explain the purpose of
reflecting on whether the
meeting met its purpose and
agreeing learning points for
the future
2. Be able to prepare for chairing a
meeting
2.1 Agree the purpose of a meeting
2.2 Agree the scheduling of a
meeting so that key people can
attend
2.3 Make sure meeting facilities
meet requirements
2.4 Agree agenda items for a
meeting, including timing and
any papers required to achieve
purpose
2.5 Read briefing papers and
identify key issues, consulting
as required
2.6 Liaise with meeting organiser if
not the chair of the meeting
3. Be able to chair a meeting using
interpersonal and organisational
skills
3.1 Greet people attending the
meeting
3.2 Keep to timings as required
3.3 Give details of facilities and
arrangements
3.4 Follow an agenda
3.5 Make sure those present have
an opportunity to contribute to
the meeting
3.6 Keep the meeting on track to
achieve its purpose
3.7 Resolve any problems that
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occur
3.8 Summarise discussions and
agree actions
3.9 Observe formal voting and
approval procedures, if required
3.10 Agree date, time and location
of next meeting, if required
3.11 Close the meeting on time
4. Be able to follow up and
evaluate a meeting that has
been chaired
4.1 Approve a meeting record and
list of actions
4.2 Make sure agreed actions are
implemented
4.3 Evaluate the outcomes of a
meeting in terms of its purpose
4.4 Agree learning points for future
meetings, if required
Additional Information about the unit
Unit purpose and aim(s)
This unit is about the role of the
chairperson before, during and after
business meetings.
Unit expiry date
31 December 2013
Details of the relationship between
the unit and relevant national
occupational standards or other
professional standards or curricula
(if appropriate)
Skills CFA
Assessment requirements or
guidance specified by a sector or
regulatory body (if appropriate)
Assessment Strategy
Support for the unit from an SSC or
other appropriate body (if required)
Skills CFA
Location of the unit within the
subject/sector classification system
15. Business, Administration and
Law
15.2 Administration
Name of the organisation
submitting the unit
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Availability for use
Shared
Unit available from
1 August 2010
Unit guided learning hours
16
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